The first time we took my youngest daughter to Disney, she couldn’t have been more than two. She was a huge fan of Mickey Mouse’s Clubhouse and wanted to meet all of her friends. We walked into EPCOT for the first time; standing right near Spaceship Earth was Goofy. Without even thinking, she ran right toward him, slid under the ...

If You Need Help or Directions Ask a Cast Member Walt Disney World is a fun vacation destination with plenty of cast members that are more than happy to help you.  If you need directions, advice or assistance just ask.  The only “dumb” question is the one unasked. The Disney team wants you to have a fun, relaxing and magical ...

Research the FastPass Plus System Before Your Trip Researching the FastPass system and reserving FastPasses before your trip are important contributing factors in your park coverage success (60 days for Resort guests and 30 days out for non-resort guests). Snagging FastPasses to a few of your family’s must do rides a few weeks in advance of your trip will ensure ...

Disney Chase Visa Cardholders May Enjoy Park Perks Disney’s Chase Visa card has perks that extend beyond the cash back points you receive.  Chase card members should keep an eye open during Disney vacations to take advantage of any exclusive cardholder perks.  Air conditioned phone charging stations in Epcot’s World Showcase, a lounge at Food and Wine Festival and a ...

Great Childcare Options Are Available There are childcare options at several of the Disney resorts on the property.  Disney childcare is like a kid’s camp where your little one can have fun with friends and cast members while you enjoy a romantic evening out, some adult time at the pool or extra magic hours.  Guest services can assist in booking ...

Your Kids May Enjoy the Resort as Much as the Parks Speaking of Walt Disney World resorts, there is a chance that your children may have just as much fun at your hotel as in the parks.  With incredible themed pools, activity counselors that play with kids, game rooms, outdoor movies, bike rentals and other recreation options available at Disney ...

Staying On Disney Property May Be Cheaper Similarly, Disney resorts have a reputation for being the most expensive and lavish hotel option for Disney vacationers. Plenty of articles discuss the opportunity cost of staying off the property in regards to the lost park time, parking fees and stress.  All those factors aside, take the time to price Disney lodging, you ...

Disney Wants To Help There is no need to be overwhelmed planning your vacation.  The Disney website, app and planning dvd’s are available so guests can plan stress free.  If you do have questions during the planning process, ask.  Chat features on the website, site FAQ’s and Disney phone lines are available for guests to get their questions answered efficiently. ...

A little planning goes a long way when preparing for your trip to Walt Disney World. First time to Disney? It might be time to check out this Disney World Survival Guide. Pre-planning Details of Your Trip Preplanning details of your trip with the group before leaving home will make things run smoothly on your vacation.  Besides, getting there is ...